Plumb ( verb , adjective )

(As a verb)

Plumb ( verb )

1. To test the depth of water with a plumb line.
2. To determine the verticality of a surface or structure.

Origin:

Old english plumbian "test the depth of water", from latin plumbum "lead", from which the metal is made.

Examples:

1. The builders plumbed the wall to make sure it was straight.
2. The plumber plumbed the pipes to check for leaks.
3. The surveyor plumbed the site to check the levels.
4. The diver plumbed the depths of the ocean.
5. The carpenter plumbed the frame to make sure it was level.

(As an adjective)

Plumb ( adjective )

1. To test the depth of water with a plumb line.
2. To determine the verticality of a surface or structure.

Origin:

Old english plumbian "test the depth of water", from latin plumbum "lead", from which the metal is made.

Examples:

1. The builders plumbed the wall to make sure it was straight.
2. The plumber plumbed the pipes to check for leaks.
3. The surveyor plumbed the site to check the levels.
4. The diver plumbed the depths of the ocean.
5. The carpenter plumbed the frame to make sure it was level.